2007 Lexus GS350 rear view mirror

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1-3. Adjustable components
Inside rear view mirror
■To prevent sensor error
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and an accident, or resulting in
death or serious injury.
In the “AUTO” mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehicles
behind and automatically re duces the reflected light.
Turns “AUTO” mode on/off
The indicator comes on when
“AUTO” mode is turned ON.
The anti-glare mirror default
mode is “

AUTO”. The anti-glare
mirror is automatically set to
“AUTO” whenever the engine
switch is turned ON.
To ensure correct functioning of the sensors,
do not touch or cover the sensors.

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1-3. Adjustable components
Before driving
Outside rear view mirrors
Folding the mirrors
Press the switch
Pressing again will extend the mir-
rors.
Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch when the engine switch is in
“ACC” or “IG-ON” mode.
Select the mirror to adjust
(“L”: left or “R”: right)
Adjust the mirror up, down,
in, or out using the switch
■When the mirrors are fogged up
Turn on the mirror heaters to defog the mirrors. ( P.
1 9 8 )
■Auto anti-glare function
When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror is set to “AUTO” mode, the outside rear
vie

w mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to
reduce reflected light. ( P. 4 0 )

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1-3. Adjustable components
■Linked mirror function when reversing
The outside rear view mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle
is reversing in order to give a better view of the ground. However, this function will
not operate when the mirror select switch is in the neutral position (neither “L” nor
“R” selected).
■One touch power adjustment
You can store and recall power adjustments su ch as the driver's seat, driver's seat
belt height, steering wheel and the outside rear view mirrors.( P. 2 7 )
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Observe the following precautions. 
Failing to do so may result in losing control of the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not adjust the mirrors.
●Do not drive with the mirrors folded back.
●Before driving, be sure to extend mirrors and make an adjustment properly.
■When the mirror heaters are operating
Do not touch the mirror surface as the mirror surface becomes hot.
And do not touch the mirror surface also wh en the wiper switch is on at lower than
77 F (25 C) of the outside temperature.
NOTICE
■If ice should jam the mirror
Do not operate the control or scrape the mi rror face. Use a spray de-icer to free the
mirror.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
CAUTION
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not under any circumstances shift the shift lever to “P”, “R” or “N” while the
vehicle is moving.
Doing so can cause significant damage to the transmission and may result in a
loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift lever to “N” while the vehicle is moving. 
Doing so may cause the engine brake not to operate properly and lead to an
accident.
●Do not turn the engine off while driving. 
The power steering and brake actuator (GS430) or brake booster (GS350) will
not operate properly if the engine is not running.
●Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a
steep hill. 
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effec-
tiveness. ( P. 1 0 2 )
●When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking brake to
prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing an accident.
●Be careful when driving on slippery surfaces, as the vehicle may spin or skid when
downshifting, rapidly accelerating, braking or turning.
●Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside
rear view mirrors while driving. 
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents that may
result in death or serious injury.
●Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bodies are
not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
Rear view monitor system
■Displayed area
The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying an image of
the view behind the vehicle while reversing. The image is displayed in
reverse on the screen. This allows the image to appear in the same manner
as that of the rear view mirror.
Rear view image is displayed
when the shift lever is in “R”.
If you move the lever out of “R”,
the screen returns to the previ -
ous one.
The area covered by the camera is limited.
Objects which are close to either corner of
the bumper or under the bumper cannot be
seen on the screen.
The area displayed on the screen may vary
according to vehicle orientation or road con-
ditions.
Corner of bumper

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
■When using the rear view monitor system, observe these precautions to avoid an
accident that could result in death or serious injuries.
●Never depend solely on the monitor system when reversing.
●Always check visually and with the mirrors to confirm your intended path is clear.
●Depicted distances between objects and flat surfaces differ from actual dis-
tances.
●Do not use the system if the trunk is open.
■Conditions which may affect the rear view monitor system
●If the back of the vehicle is hit, the camera's position and mounting angle may
change. Contact your Lexus dealer.
●Rapid temperature changes, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in
cold weather, may cause the system to function abnormally.
●If the camera lens is dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. Rinse with water and
wipe with a soft cloth. If extremely dirty, wash with a mild cleanser and rinse.
●The displayed image may be darker and mo ving images may be slightly distorted
when the system is cold.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the touch screen ........ 180Touch screen ................................ 180
Setting the touch screen ......... 184
3-2. Using the air conditioning 
system and defogger ........... 190
Automatic air conditioning 
system .......................................... 190
Rear window and outside rear 
view mirror defoggers............... 198
3-3. Using the audio system ......... 199 Audio system type ..................... 199
Using the radio ........................... 202
Using the cassette player.......... 211
Using the CD player ................. 215
Playing MP3 and WMA 
discs ............................................. 223
Using the DVD player.............. 231
Playing DVD video/audio ...... 234
Playing video CD ...................... 247
DVD player and DVD video 
disc information ....................... 251
Optimal use of the audio/ 
video system............................. 255
Using the steering 
switches ...................................... 259
3-4. Using the hands-free 
system ..................................... 262
Hands-free system.................... 262
Using the Bluetooth
® 
phone .......................................... 267 Setting the hands-free

system ......................................... 280
3-5. Using the interior lights ....... 306 Interior lights list ........................ 306
3-6. Using the storage 
features ................................... 310
List of storage features ............ 310
3-7. Other interior features......... 316 Sun visors ...................................... 316
Vanity mirror ................................. 317
Clock............................................... 318
Outside temperature 
display .......................................... 319
Ashtrays ........................................ 320
Cigarette lighter ......................... 321
Power outlet ................................ 322
Seat heaters ................................ 323
Seat heaters and 
ventilators .................................. 325
Armrest ......................................... 327
Rear sunshade............................ 328
Floor mats .................................... 330
Trunk features .............................. 331
Garage door opener............... 334
Compass....................................... 339
Lexus Link System .................... 343

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3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
■Operating conditions
The engine switch must be in the “IG-ON” mode.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces , as they can become very hot and burn
you.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the defoggers off when the engine is not running.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press the button.
Press the button to turn on the
rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers. The
defoggers will automatically
turn off after approximately 15
minutes. Pressing the button
again also turns the defoggers
off.